In a significant move to bolster agricultural production and aid disaster relief efforts, China has allocated 546 million yuan (approximately $76.57 million), according to an announcement by the Ministry of Finance on Thursday.
Of this sum, 447 million yuan is earmarked for flood relief in the agricultural sector across regions including Heilongjiang, Anhui, Fujian, Hunan, and Guangdong. These funds are designated for critical activities such as crop replanting, repairing damaged agricultural facilities, and facilitating floodwater drainage, aiming to mitigate the adverse effects of recent severe weather conditions on the agricultural industry.
An additional 99 million yuan will be directed to Inner Mongolia and other regions to combat drought conditions affecting agricultural production. The allocation will support the protection of seedlings, maintenance of soil moisture levels, and assist in the procurement and transportation of forage and feed, crucial for sustaining livestock and ensuring crop viability.
The joint effort by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs comes in response to the persistent rainstorms and droughts that have recently impacted many parts of the country. Recognizing the urgency, the government has dispatched five working teams and four expert teams to provinces severely affected by floods, including Heilongjiang, Jiangxi, Anhui, Hubei, and Hunan, to support local flood control and disaster mitigation efforts.
This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to stabilizing agricultural production and safeguarding the livelihoods of farmers amidst extreme weather events. By addressing both immediate relief and long-term recovery, China aims to strengthen resilience within its agricultural sector and ensure food security for its population.
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China allocates funds for agricultural production, disaster relief
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